Dr. Inya-Agha Somtochukwudi
Vice President, Research and Development
Dr. Inya-Agha Somtochukwu O. is a Nigerian Pharmacist with a strong background in ICT. He holds a B.Pharm degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, obtained in 2005, and furthered his education with an M.Sc. from the same institution in 2014. He pursued a Ph.D. specializing in Environmental Management and Control, showcasing his commitment to multidisciplinary expertise.
He has ventured into the cutting-edge field of blockchain technology and is certified as both a blockchain developer by Blockgeeks (2021) and a blockchain professional by the Blockchain Training Alliance (2022). His active involvement in blockchain-related organizations and projects reflects his dedication to this emerging technology. A visionary founder of RAMAC DIGITAL LLC, a blockchain education and research platform specializing in decentralized finance.
Currently, he holds the position of Vice-President Research and Business Strategy at Tulupay Nigeria, demonstrating his leadership in the fintech sector. Dr. Somtochukwu O. possesses a rich professional background, having served as the Director of Operations at Quickening Integrated Services Limited, an ICT software development and management company, for a decade from 2011 to 2021. Prior to this, he gained experience in the pharmaceutical industry as the Regional Manager (South-East and South-South) at Eutrix Pharmaceutical Ltd from 2009 to 2011 and as a Medical Representative at Altinez Pharmaceuticals Ltd from 2007 to 2009.
In addition, he is an active member of various learned societies and professional organizations. These include membership in the Foundation for International Development through Biotechnology, Blockchain Nigeria User Group, Crypto and Blockchain Network Africa, and Blockchain Education Network. His affiliations underscore his commitment to ongoing learning, collaboration, and advancement in the fields of pharmacy, ICT, and blockchain technology.